1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Corsa weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Opel Corsa (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 205 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
